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Grand Canyon Guided Ranger Talks

There are several guided ranger talks daily within Grand Canyon National Park. These talks are free and offer a variety of topics from Grand Canyon geology, to ghost stories. Although most of them take place around Grand Canyon village and the South Rim, there are also seasonal locations at other destinations such as the North Rim, or the Bright Angel Campground at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.

Below is a list of interpretive talks, times, and locations for the South Rim. For the most current information just check out the free park guide you'll receive when you pay your entrance fee at the park, or download a PDF of the Park Guides below.

Fossil Walk: Remnant Impressions
Walk among brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures that thrived on this part of the continent 270 million years ago, before the age of the dinosaurs. This easy -mile (0.8 km) one-way walk explores an exposed fossil bed along the rim.
Parking may be limited; park in Lots C, D, or E or ride the free Village Route shuttle to the Bright Angel Lodge stop. An alternative activity will be oered during inclement weather.
Patio on rim side of Bright Angel Lodge
9:00 a.m. 1 hour Daily

Colorado River Talk
Enjoy the grandeur and power of the Colorado River as you explore and discuss the rivers role in Grand Canyon. Program may include a short walk on a paved path. Parking may be limited; plan to arrive by the free Village Route shuttle
bus to the Yavapai Observation Station stop.
10:00 a.m. 30 45 minutes
Daily

Introduction to Grand Canyon Geology Talk
Why is the Grand Canyon so deep, wide, and grand? Why does it exist only here in the world? Come learn how Grand Canyon was formed. Program may include a short walk on a paved path. Plan sufficient time to arrive at the visitor center
by the free Village Route shuttle bus or drive to the nearby parking lots.
Grand Canyon Visitor Center at Canyon View Information Plaza
10:30 a.m. 30 45 minutes
Daily

The Human Story
For thousands of years, humans have been part of Grand Canyon. Join park staff outside of Verkamps Visitor Center to take a look at the history of the South Rim area. Programs may include a walk around the village historic district or a talk
inside if the weather is poor. Parking in the nearby lot may be limited. Ride the free Village Route shuttle bus to the Train Depot stop or park in Lot D.
Verkamps Visitor Center front porch
10:30 a.m. 30 45 minutes
Daily

Nature Walk or Talk
Learn more about the complexity and diversity of nature with a short hike along the rim. Talk will be presented inside during inclement weather. Topics vary and may include animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, human impact
on nature, rare and endangered species, or Native American use of plants and animals. Parking may be limited; plan to arrive by the free Village Route shuttle bus to the Yavapai Observation Station stop.
Observation Station
1:30 p.m. 4560 minutes
Daily

Rim Walk or Talk
Grand Canyon abounds with fascinating stories of history, geology and ecology. Enjoy an intriguing walk with a park ranger exploring the canyons natural and cultural history. This is an easy -mile (0.8-km) walk on a paved trail. Activity
will be moved indoors during inclement weather. Parking may be limited; consider parking at Lots C or D or riding the free Village Route shuttle bus to the Train Depot stop.
Verkamps Visitor Center front porch
2:30 p.m. 45 minutes
Daily

Condor Talk: Wings over the Canyon
What highly endangered bird with a 9-foot wingspan is often spotted at Grand Canyon? The California condor! Learn about these majestic birds and their reintroduction in northern Arizona in a talk on the canyons rim. Parking is limited;
consider parking at Lots C or D or riding the free Village Route shuttle bus to the Bright Angel Lodge stop. In front of Lookout Studio near Bright Angel Lodge
3:00 p.m. 30 45 minutes
Daily

Geo-Glimpse Talk
Enjoy the geology exhibits at Yavapai Observation Station and explore a selected aspect of the canyons geology during these short talks. Parking may be limited; plan to arrive by the free Village Route shuttle bus to the Yavapai Observation Station stop.
Inside Yavapai Observation Station
3:00 p.m. 20 minutes
Daily

Evening Program
The perfect way to end your day at Grand Canyon! Enjoy an illustrated ranger presentation on the canyons fascinating natural or cultural history. For this evenings topic check the schedules posted around the park. Arrive by riding the free Village Shuttle bus to the Shrine of the Ages stop or park in Lot A. No programs May 12 and 19
Shrine of the Ages auditorium
March April 7:30 p.m.
May 8:00 p.m.
1 hour Daily
Full Moon Walks and Star Talks

Yavapai Point-During nights around the full moon and new moon, rangers may offer moon walks and star talks at Yavapai Point. Check bulletin boards at the visitor centers and campgrounds to see if these events are scheduled.

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